THAILAND'S TOP THREE!
Taste of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket
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An adventure for all five senses
Experience three of Thailand's most iconic cities on this 11-night adventure! See vibrant cities, ancient relics, and wind down on a postcard-worthy beach or two. Along the way, shop at floating markets, savor the spices and flavors of the region, and take the perfect vacation photo in front of Thailand's many shrines and Buddha statues.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Bangkok (BKK), out of Phuket (HKT)
- Round-trip airport transfers in all cities
- 4 nights in Bangkok at the Furama Silom Hotel, or similar
- Bangkok Highlights tour with lunch
- One-way, economy class flight from Bangkok (BKK or DMK) to Chiang Mai (CNX)
- 4 nights in Chiang Mai at the Amora Chiang Mai Hotel, or similar
- Doi Suthep & City Temple Tour (half-day)
- One-way, economy class flight from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Phuket (HKT)
- 3 nights in Phuket at the Charm Resort Phuket, or similar
- Full-day Phi Phi Islands Tour By Speedboat with lunch
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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There are over 40,000 Buddhist temples in Thailand - how many will you visit?!
- Make a stop at Bangkok's floating market and sample local fruits and delicacies; from juicy rambutans to hearty jackfruit.
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Spend a day at Chiang Mai's elevated Doi Inthanon National Park; stumble upon royal relics, explore a limestone cave, and enjoy sweeping views of the city below.
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Melt your stresses away at one of Phuket's world-famous beaches.
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Thai food is known for its use of distinct flavors and spices - indulge in Pad Thai, Tom Yum soup, and wash it all down with a cold glass of Thai iced tea.
Spend 11 nights exploring three of Thailand's most iconic and breathtaking cities! Your adventure starts in Bangkok, where you'll explore majestic shrines and temples, as well as have free time to experience the city's world-famous street and floating markets.
Escape the bustle of Bangkok and fly to Chiang Mai, the capital of the northern Thailand region. Stroll through long, leafy boulevards as you make your way to the city's famous shrines, temples and monasteries. Discover the remnants of Chiang Mai's medieval period; during this time many of the city's structures were made of teak from the surrounding rain forests, with the material having been brought over by elephants!
Your final 3 nights are spent in Phuket, known as the "Pearl of the Andaman." Spend days enjoying the splendors of Thailand's biggest island; unwind at the white-sand beaches, experience a one-of-a-kind nightlife in the city of Patong, or perhaps treat yourself to an excursion to the iconic James Bond Island. You'll enjoy an included excursion to Phuket's Phi Phi island, considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
Please note: The triple room configuration for this package is comprised of one double and one single room.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Bangkok China Town Evening Street Food Tour
- Full-day Chiang Mai Elephant Nature Park Tour (with lunch)
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Bangkok (BKK), out of Phuket (HKT)
- Round-trip airport transfers in all cities
- 4 nights in Bangkok at the Furama Silom Hotel, or similar
- Bangkok Highlights tour with lunch
- One-way, economy class flight from Bangkok (BKK or DMK) to Chiang Mai (CNX)
- 4 nights in Chiang Mai at the Amora Chiang Mai Hotel, or similar
- Doi Suthep & City Temple Tour (half-day)
- One-way, economy class flight from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Phuket (HKT)
- 3 nights in Phuket at the Charm Resort Phuket, or similar
- Full-day Phi Phi Islands Tour By Speedboat with lunch
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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There are over 40,000 Buddhist temples in Thailand - how many will you visit?!
- Make a stop at Bangkok's floating market and sample local fruits and delicacies; from juicy rambutans to hearty jackfruit.
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Spend a day at Chiang Mai's elevated Doi Inthanon National Park; stumble upon royal relics, explore a limestone cave, and enjoy sweeping views of the city below.
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Melt your stresses away at one of Phuket's world-famous beaches.
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Thai food is known for its use of distinct flavors and spices - indulge in Pad Thai, Tom Yum soup, and wash it all down with a cold glass of Thai iced tea.
Package Overview
Spend 11 nights exploring three of Thailand's most iconic and breathtaking cities! Your adventure starts in Bangkok, where you'll explore majestic shrines and temples, as well as have free time to experience the city's world-famous street and floating markets.
Escape the bustle of Bangkok and fly to Chiang Mai, the capital of the northern Thailand region. Stroll through long, leafy boulevards as you make your way to the city's famous shrines, temples and monasteries. Discover the remnants of Chiang Mai's medieval period; during this time many of the city's structures were made of teak from the surrounding rain forests, with the material having been brought over by elephants!
Your final 3 nights are spent in Phuket, known as the "Pearl of the Andaman." Spend days enjoying the splendors of Thailand's biggest island; unwind at the white-sand beaches, experience a one-of-a-kind nightlife in the city of Patong, or perhaps treat yourself to an excursion to the iconic James Bond Island. You'll enjoy an included excursion to Phuket's Phi Phi island, considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
Please note: The triple room configuration for this package is comprised of one double and one single room.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Bangkok!
Your adventure in Thailand begins! After clearing Customs and Immigration, you'll be met by a guide carrying an ICS Travel Group sign, noting your name. You'll be presented with all necessary documentation and vouchers; time to make your way to your hotel!
Transfer to Bangkok hotel
Check-in - Furama Silom
Bangkok,
Thailand
Escape to stylish luxury at this convenient 4-star hotel, centrally located in the heart of Silom. This perfect base boasts a beyond-friendly reception team, modern amenities, a rooftop swimming pool, trendy bars, restaurants, and much more! Step into the ornate lobby and notice decor that blends Thai tradition with contemporary pizzazz. After checking-in, stroll up to your spacious room, where you'll find flooding natural light, large cozy beds, WiFi, refrigerators - you name it.
Unpack your swimsuit and head to the roof! Enjoy sweeping views of the city while you relax poolside with a drink in-hand. Take a refreshing dip in the sparkling water, then grab some snacks at the rooftop bar. Work all your stresses away in the fitness center, then take a deep breath and feel all your worries melt away in the sauna. Return to your room and freshen up in your elegant marble bathroom. Treat yourself to a delicious dinner at the on-site restaurant, then get a good night's rest. Adventure-filled days await!
Day 2. Bangkok
Today you'll explore some of the city's most iconic sites on your Bangkok Highlights tour, including lunch at a Thai restaurant and a ride along the Chao Phraya River!
Bangkok Highlights Tour with lunch
From the city's most visited sites to majestic shrines, see it all on your Bangkok city highlights tour! Make a stop at the slumbering Buddha sculpture covered in gold leaf at the Reclining Buddha, then continue alongside the banks of the Chao Phraya River onto the Grand Palace, a perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Discover the secrets hidden within the palace walls, then discover the famous Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha) within the compound.
Enjoy an authentic Thai lunch at a nearby restaurant, before beginning a water journey on the Chao Phraya River (The River of Kings)! Ride through the klongs (canals) of Thonburi; you will have the chance to observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways.
You'll also make a stop to one of the most photographed sights in Bangkok, the Wat Arun. The majestic shrine reaches almost 250 feet high and isis decorated with glazed ceramic pieces that reflect the rising sun and gave the temple its name.
Day 3. Bangkok
There are hundreds of temples in Bangkok; today you may want to continue exploring these religious architectural wonders. Explore the levels of the Wat Traimit, discover the royal secrets of the Wat Mahatat, or perhaps get lost in the Wat Ratchanatdaram complex.
Be sure to take a hike up to the Wat Saket, which sits at the top of a high hill overlooking the city. Explore the white and gold wonder, then enjoy sweeping views of the city below.
Entrance to Wat Saket • Bangkok
Day 4. Bangkok
Another day at leisure - what will you see today? Consider spending the day exploring some of Bangkok's famous markets! Stop and smell the exotic flora at the Pak Klong Tala Flower Market, sample fresh foods at the Klong Toey Fresh Market, or if you're lucky enough to be in Bangkok on a weekend, make a stop at the massive Chatuchak Market.
No visit to Bangkok is complete without a visit to one of the floating markets! Choose from Taling Chan, Bang Nam Pheung, or perhaps Talad Nam Kwan Riam. Those willing to travel to the outskirts of central Bangkok to Klong Lat Mayom will be treated to a picturesque market hidden away by lush greenery.
Floating Market • Bangkok
Day 5. Bangkok - Chiang Mai
Today you'll make your way to Chiang Mai, Thailand's northern capital. You'll be greeted by forested foothills as you make your way to the city center; many of the Chiang Mai's structures were made of teak from the surrounding rain forests, with the material having been brought over by elephants!
Transfer to Bangkok airport (BKK or DMK)
Fly to Chiang Mai!
Transfer to Chiang Mai hotel
Check-in - Amora Thapae Hotel Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai,
Thailand
Amora Thapae Hotel Chiang Mai is a 4-star hotel located in the heart of the city, right near Tapae Gate. The hotel offers over 200 rooms with beautiful views of the surrounding city and the mountains. Guests may enjoy the wide range of amenities at the Amora Thapae Hotel Chiang Mai including an upscale spa, outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, multiple bars (including a seasonal beer garden), and a delicious restaurant. Enjoy delicious meals in the comfort of the hotel's Chillis restaurant, which serves traditional Thai cuisine as well as international dishes.
All guest rooms are decorated in a modern-boutique style with sleek designs. They are equipped with a flat-screen television with premium channels, a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, and more.
There are many nearby attractions including the Nong Buak Hard Public Park, Three Kings Monument, Tha Pae Gate, Chiang Mai Night Bazaar Market, and the Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders. The Chiang Mai International Airport is only about 2.5 miles away.
Day 6. Chiang Mai
Your day starts with a unique city tour, highlighting some of the city's most iconic temples.
After a day of adventuring, why not unwind by treating yourself to a Thai massage tonight?!
Wat Doi Suthep & City Temple Tour (half-day)
Your day starts with a drive up to the mountain temple of Wat Doi Suthep, situated on a hill over 3,400 feet high. On clear days, you will enjoy a fantastic view over the town and the province. This sacred temple was established in 1383 in order to enshrine an alleged piece of bone from the Buddha.
Continue on and make a stop at Wat Chedi Luang, which stood as one of the city's largest structures until having been destroyed by an earthquake in 1545. Your journey will then continue onto the Wat Phra Singh, home to the breathtaking Lai Kham Chapel with its exquisite wood carving and northern style murals.
Your final experience on this tour includes a ride on an authentic trishaw visiting the bustling Muang Mai farmers market - the perfect place to grab a juicy jack fruit or freshly-prepared bowl of pad thai.
Day 7. Chiang Mai
Today you may want to spend the day exploring the majestic Doi Inthanon National Park, spanning almost 300 square miles. Take in the crisp Thailand air while exploring the splendors of the park.
Walk along the hiking trails, pass by waterfalls and stop at royal relics. Perhaps even stumble upon the limestone cave! Its elevated location (ranging from 2,600-8,415 feet in the air) rewards visitors with sweeping views of the city.
Doi Inthanon National Park • Chiang Mai
Day 8. Chiang Mai
Continue exploring the majestic temples sprinkled throughout Chiang Mai! Consider popping into Wat Chiang Man, the city's oldest temple, then perhaps stop by Wat Phan Tao, which was previously used as a palace.
Treat yourself to Khantoke, a culinary specialty combining authentic flavors as well as traditional song and dance in Thailand's northern region. What better way to celebrate your last night in Chiang Mai, the capital of the north, than with this interactive experience?!
Khantoke • Chiang Mai
Day 9. Chiang Mai - Phuket
After a relaxing flight, arrive in Phuket, Thailand's largest island, and nicknamed the "Pearl of the Andaman." Unwind at your accommodation, then celebrate your first night on this resort-island by taking advantage of its vibrant nightlife!
Rub elbows with locals and fellow travelers at a local bar, or get down on the dance floor at one of the many nightclubs or discos.
Transfer to Chiang Mai airport (CNX)
Fly to Phuket!
Transfer to Phuket hotel
Check-in - The Charm Resort Phuket
Phuket,
Thailand
The Charm Resort Phuket is a luxurious 4-star hotel right on the edge of one of Thailand's most popular beaches, Patong Beach. A designer and comfortable atmosphere fills the hotel, allowing for guests to feel both at home and like royalty. A large outdoor pool is one of the hotel's prime features. Grab a drink from the Sky Bar and relax under the sunset at the hotel pool, soaking up incredible views of the Andaman Sea. The hotel also offers a well-equipped fitness facility, spa, and multiple sauna rooms.
Allure Kitchen is open until 11:00 PM serving breakfast through dinner. Meals are served a la carte and include Thai, Italian, International, and fusion cuisine. Each comfortable guest rooms includes a balcony, flat-screen television, luxurious private bath, large window overlooking the beach or the city, free Wi-Fi, and more.
Along with Patong Beach just steps away, the hotel is also close to many other attractions. The Jungceylon Mall is just a five-minute drive away, and conventionality the hotel offers free shuttles there. Additionally, Phuket International Airport is about 15 miles away.
Day 10. Phuket
Today you'll embark on an adventure discovering the postcard-worth Phi Phi islands!
Phuket Phi-Phi Islands Tour by Speedboat with lunch (Full-Day)
Begin the morning with a road transfer to the pier, where you will take a speedboat to the Phi Phi Islands. The journey will take approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Visit Bamboo island where you can enjoy some free time to swim and snorkel, or simply lie and rest on the beach.
After lunch, continue to Phi Phi Ley which is home to the Viking Cave, a large limestone cavern where ancient rock paintings can be found. Your next stop will be to an amazing beach spot to relax and snorkel. The return boat-ride will arrive in the late afternoon to the pier in Phuket, from which you will be dropped off back at your hotel.
Day 11. Phuket
Enjoy the splendors of Phuket at your leisure today! Perhaps you'd like to spend another day taking advantage of the pristine beaches and available water-sports, or spend the day in Phuket Town taking in art and culture.
Yearning for more of Thailand's temples and architectural masterpieces? Look no further than Wat Khao Rang, the Jui Tui Shrine, or Wat Chalong - home to the big Buddha and Phuket's famous wishing bells. Along the way, be sure to take the perfect Thailand vacation photo in front of Phuket's many oversized Buddha sculptures and landmarks!
After a day of exploring, treat yourself to one last authentic dish savoring all the local flavors - heat things up with Tom Yum soup, grab a satay or two (don't forget the dipping sauce), and wash it down with a Thai iced tea!
Wat Khao Rang • Phuket
Day 12. Depart Thailand
Enjoy one final transfer to the airport in accordance with your flight home.
Transfer to Phuket airport (HKT)
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